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South Woodford

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About

South Woodford ward lies in the northern part of the London Borough of Redbridge, bordering Epping Forest. It is primarily a residential area characterised by suburban housing, ranging from Victorian and Edwardian terraces to larger inter-war semis and modern apartment blocks. The ward is well-connected by the Central line, with South Woodford station serving as a key transport hub, facilitating commutes into central London.

The area centres around George Lane, a main high street offering a range of shops, cafes, and restaurants. Nearby, the historic Sir James Hawkey Hall functions as a community venue. A notable local feature is the former Charlie Brown's Roundabout, officially the Waterworks Corner Roundabout, known for its seasonal festive decorations. Open spaces include the local Churchfields recreation ground and the proximity to the expansive woodland of Epping Forest.

Area overview

On average South Woodford has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 68 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in South Woodford is £83,791 per year. There are 5 schools in South Woodford: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has average public transport connectivity. South Woodford is home to around 12,833 people, with a population density of about 6,289.5 per km2.

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
68
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
5.2%
Connectivity
5/10

Area Profile

South Woodford Population
12,833
Population density
6,289.5 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
18.78(-40%)
Anti-social behaviour
18.78(-30%)
Shoplifting
17.69(+77%)
Vehicle crime
14.03(+50%)
Other theft
7.87(-31%)
London average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,657
44.09%
Other White
1,690
13.17%
Indian
1,302
10.15%
Pakistani
979
7.63%
Bangladeshi
446
3.48%
Total population: 12,832

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
5,609
53.86%
Level 3 (A level)
1,362
13.08%
No qualifications
1,266
12.16%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,009
9.69%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
608
5.84%
Total 16+ residents: 10,414

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,643
32.08%
Owns outright
1,556
30.38%
Private landlord or letting agency
1,443
28.17%
Social rents from council
186
3.63%
Other social rented
143
2.79%
Total households: 5,122

Property prices in South Woodford

Based on 129 recent sales, the median property price is £590,000 in South Woodford area, with individual transactions ranging from £200,000 up to £1,675,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for South Woodford in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in South Woodford over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Semi-Detached21£840,000
Terraced45£725,000
Detached6£819,220
Flats57£410,000

10 years median price trend in South Woodford

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in South Woodford.

All postcodes in South Woodford

E182AL

Cleveland Road

E182HS

The Drive

E182EA

Woodford Road

E182HD

Wordsworth Avenue

E181QB

Hermon Hill

E182YQ

Marlborough Road

E181PD

Charnwood Drive

E182BB

Lansdowne Road

E182HR

Malford Court

E181LJ

Victoria Road

E181DD

Primrose Road

E181PE

Charnwood Drive

E181BA

South Woodford

E182BH

Woodford Road

E182HH

Byron Avenue

E181LW

George Lane

E181LX

Cadogan Gardens

E182BJ

The Drive

E189AE

Marlborough Road

E182JS

Grove Hill

E181AH

Marlborough Road

E182JX

Craig Gardens

E181AU

South Woodford

E181DE

Primrose Road

E182AX

Lansdowne Road

E182JR

Grove Crescent

E181PG

Charnwood Drive

E181NN

Chigwell Road

E181BW

Eastwood Road

E182EH

Beechwood Park

E181QG

Broxbourne Avenue

E182HP

Bressey Grove

E182DR

Cheyne Avenue

E181RB

Primrose Road

E182DH

Malford Grove

E181LA

Beechcroft Road

E182BG

Lansdowne Road

E182AZ

Lansdowne Road

E182DQ

Malford Grove

E182HU

Bressey Grove

E182AG

Cleveland Road

E182DW

Broadwalk

E182QL

High Road

E181PN

Admirals Close

E182EJ

Woodford Road

E181PY

Orford Road

E181PZ

Alexandra Road

E182HJ

High View Road

E112BH

Cranbourne Avenue

E182DX

Malford Grove

E181JT

Woodville Road

E181NR

South View Drive

E181BY

Station Estate

E181EF

Mulberry Way

E181LP

Kenwood Gardens

E182RG

High Road

E181LT

Cadogan Gardens

E182DP

Cheyne Avenue

E181NW

Lime Tree Close

E181EA

Daisy Road

E182BL

The Drive

E182DY

Malford Grove

E182JG

Grove Hill

E181AZ

George Lane

E181AQ

Alveston Square

E181QE

Hermon Hill

E182DT

Bushey Avenue

E181LL

Victoria Road

E181JR

Rose Avenue

E181LH

Victoria Road

E181QD

Hermon Hill

E182JE

Grove Hill

E181XP

Marlborough Road

E181AD

George Lane

E181FA

Chigwell Road

E181LN

George Lane

E181QH

Hermon Hill

E181BN

Eastwood Road

E182HB

Greenheys Drive

E181JJ

George Lane

E181LS

Chigwell Road

E181NB

Onslow Gardens

E181BU

Eastwood Road

E182HL

High View Road

E181LR

Chigwell Road

E189DF

Marlborough Road

E182HX

Bressey Grove

E182EL

Woodford Road

E181YZ

Marlborough Road

E182HQ

Byron Avenue

E181GN

South Woodford

E181ND

Onslow Gardens

E181PB

Sherwood Avenue

E182AW

Clarendon Road

E182QP

High Road

E181AP

Marlborough Road

E182DJ

Broadwalk

E111SZ

Osprey Close

E112BQ

Cranbourne Avenue

E182QW

High Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.